Serving 407 students in grades 5-6, Parkway School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parkway School's attendance zone covers the entire Ephrata School District, encompassing approximately 327.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkway School's student population of 407 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Parkway School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkway School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#959 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
41%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
52%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkway School's ranking?
Parkway School is ranked #959 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Parkway School?
407 students attend Parkway School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Parkway School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkway School?
Parkway School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parkway School offer ?
Parkway School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkway School part of?
Parkway School is part of Ephrata School District.
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